Audix WS20 - Foam Windscreen for ADX40, ADX20 and MPOD Microphones
Optimize the audio capture of your miniature microphones with the Audix WS20 , a foam pop filter specifically designed to meet the demands of professional recording and live sound environments. This essential accessory is not just a replacement part, but a critical tool for ensuring signal intelligibility and purity in high-sensitivity condenser microphones.
Constructed with high-density acoustic foam and an open-cell structure, the WS20 acts as an effective barrier against mechanical and environmental interference without compromising the microphone's natural frequency response. Its spherical design precisely fits the capsule, providing a secure fit that prevents accidental slippage during dynamic performances or instrument movement. It's the ultimate solution for controlling vocal plosives and wind noise in flagship models such as the ADX40, ADX20, and the MPOD (MicroD) series.
Main features
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Transparent acoustic design: Developed to attenuate unwanted noise without filtering high frequencies or "mudding" the sound of the instrument or voice.
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Precision fit: Its internal diameter is calibrated to fit perfectly into the capsules of compatible models, ensuring that it stays in place even on hanging mounts or moving wind instruments.
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Durable material: Constructed with deterioration-resistant cross-linked polyurethane foam, capable of withstanding continuous use in tours and studios.
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Professional aesthetics: Its matte black finish provides a discreet and elegant appearance, ideal for stages, theaters and television studios where the equipment must go unnoticed.
Product benefits
Incorporating the Audix WS20 into your workflow offers immediate benefits for both the sound engineer and the performer. By dramatically reducing breath sounds (such as "plosives" on consonants like P or B) and wind hiss, it reduces the need for corrective processing and aggressive EQ at the mixing console. Furthermore, it acts as a vital first line of defense for the delicate condenser capsule, protecting it from moisture, saliva, dust, and microscopic particles that could degrade its performance over time.
Use cases
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Recording of choirs and orchestras: Essential for ADX40 hanging microphones, preventing air currents from the venue's climate control system from creating muffled noises in the recording.
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Wind instrument microphones: Ideal for saxophones, trumpets and trombones equipped with the ADX20, softening the direct sound pressure coming from the instrument's bell.
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Percussion and Drums: Perfect for the MicroD (MPOD) series on timpani and snare drums, protecting the microphone from stick chips and minimizing noise from air movement around the drumheads.
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Conferences and public speaking: Improves voice clarity in podium or installed microphone applications.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Does WS20 foam alter the microphone's sound?
Not perceptibly. It is designed to be acoustically transparent, affecting only wind noise and plosives, while maintaining the original brightness and detail of the sound source.
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Is it compatible with microphones from other brands?
Although it's a flexible foam, it's specifically sized for Audix ADX and Micro series capsules. Its use with other microphones will depend on the exact capsule diameter, but it's recommended for use with the specified models for an optimal fit.
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Can the foam be washed off?
Yes, it is recommended to wash it periodically with warm water and a very mild neutral soap to maintain hygiene and the porosity of the foam, letting it dry completely in the air before putting it back in.
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Is it suitable for outdoor use?
It is effective in light breezes. However, for strong winds outdoors, additional "plush" or blimp-type protection over the foam may be required.
Project description
Audix WS20 acoustic foam windscreen with a reticulated structure and spherical profile. Specifically designed for ADX40, ADX20, and MicroD (MPOD) series miniature condenser microphones. Provides wind noise attenuation and plosive control with minimal high-frequency insertion loss. Finished in non-reflective matte black.
